“It’s a test of Israeli leadership,” said Bruce Riedel, a former CIA officer and national security official who focused on the Middle East.
A cease-fire in Gaza could lead to a reduction in regional tensions.”.
After a yearlong manhunt, including help from U.S. intelligence agencies, Israeli troops stumbled upon him during a routine patrol, Israeli officials said.
Now a cease-fire, the return of hostages and even the withdrawal of Israel Defense Forces from Gaza could be within reach, former officials said.
After Sinwar's death was confirmed, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the Biden administration plans to renew efforts with allies and partners to end the war in Gaza and “chart a new path forward.”.
She told the Israeli newspaper Davar about encountering Sinwar in the maze of tunnels under Gaza.
“I asked him how he wasn’t ashamed to do something like this to people who have supported peace all these years,” she said. »
